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Low-powered vehicles

Do you own or ever ride a moped, "pocket bike" or other low-powered vehicle? You may be wondering where, or if, you can ride it legally.

Rules for using low-powered vehicles

It's important to know which type of low-powered vehicle you're riding. One might look much like another, but each has different operating rules.

Motor-assisted cycles
  • Rider must be 16 or older and wear a bicycle helmet
  • Driver's licence and insurance not required

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"Mopeds" (limited-speed motorcycles)
  • Must be registered, licensed and insured for road use
  • Driver's licence required (any class)
  • You must wear a helmet

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Pocket bikes & mini motorcycles
  • Cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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Segway™ human transporters
  • Cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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Motorized scooters & skateboards
  • Cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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Motorized wheelchairs
  • Driver's licence and insurance not required
  • Can be used on sidewalks or roads, following the same rules as pedestrians

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